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CSEC Chemistry · May/June 2013 · Paper 2 · Question 2(c)(i)

Element Y will bond with phosphorous to form a compound.

State the type of bonding that occurs between phosphorous and Element Y.

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  1. 2(a)(i)Comparison of Mg and X according to ease of ionization[3 marks]
  2. 2(a)(ii)Comparison of Cl and Y according to strength of oxidizing power[3 marks]
  3. 2(b)(i)Similar physical property[1 mark]
  4. 2(b)(ii)Different physical property[1 mark]
  5. 2(c)(ii)Referring to only the electrons in the outer shells of the elements, sketch a diagram to show the bonding between phosphorous and Y.[3 marks]
  6. 2(c)(iii)Write the chemical formula for the compound formed from phosphorous and Y. Suggest TWO properties of this compound.[3 marks]

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